Today’s complex vehicles include more connectors than ever, which brings a higher risk of failure as one compromised seal on a single connector can result in the failure of an entire system. To address the reliability needs of its customers operating commercial vehicle applications in harsh environments, TE Connectivity (TE) has expanded its robust Industrial […]
TE’s CeeLok FAS-X connector approved for naval aviation applications
TE Connectivity (TE) received The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) approval for its CeeLok FAS-X connector product line for MIL-DTL-32546. Designed with standard 38999 shells and reliable AS39029 contacts, TE’s CeeLok FAS-X connector is currently the only MIL-DTL-32546 approved solution for high-speed networking for both military and aerospace applications. As one of the most demanding […]
TE’s Mezalok mezzanine connector now supports increased data rate up to 32+ Gb/s
TE Connectivity has upgraded its rugged, high-speed Mezalok mezzanine connector family to support the growing demand for higher data rates and improved processing power in military electronics. The upgraded connectors have increased data rate support up to 32+ Gb/s. The Mezalok connector family has been designed specifically for mezzanine cards in rugged applications and is […]
Avionics packaging repurposed for ground-based defense uses
The Mini Modular Rack Principle (MiniMRP) electronics packaging solution targets military ground vehicles and defense applications. Previously, ground defense vehicles did not use sophisticated electronic suites, ultimately hindering the ability to package a voluminous amount of electronics. With new military ground vehicles in development or in queue for upgrades, TE actively looked for an opportunity…
Hybrid connection solution for robotics and automation systems
HDC HMN shielded Cat 5e modules from TE Connectivity enable high-speed data transmission in harsh industrial applications. The HDC HMN system offers various options for power, signal and data connections. The new addition makes TE’s HDC HMN system an option for robotics and automation applications. “TE customers using HDC HMN modular connectors will benefit from […]
Printable heat-shrink continuous tubing for wire and cable
TE Connectivity has extended its System 6 “ladder” format range to include printable heat-shrink tubing in continuous lengths. This new offering will allow customers to easily create their own custom identification sleeves for wire and cable applications. The new format maintains the high quality and performance TE is known for, while offering extended flexibility that […]
Micro circular connectors feature 7-pin design for U.S. Army’s Nett Warrior systems
TE Connectivity has expanded its O.C.H. micro circular connectors to include a 7-pin design that can enhance a soldier’s ability to communicate from the battlefield. Driven by military battery pack applications, the new design’s seventh pin can be used for grounding or as an extra signal line. The connector was designed to meet the needs […]
High voltage connector system for hybrid and electric vehicles
Automotive manufacturers are more frequently looking for smart and high-performing components able to meet the specific high-voltage requirements found in next generation hybrid and electric vehicles. To meet this need, TE Connectivity has developed the HC-STAK 25 High Voltage (HV) Interconnection System, a compact, robust and reliable high-performance connector solution to efficiently carry power from […]
AmpSeal 16 mini lever 16 and 24 position hybrid connectors for sealed applications
In an effort to offer additional flexibility for bulkhead and pass-through applications, TE Connectivity has launched new AmpSeal 16 mini lever 16 and 24 position hybrid connectors for sealed applications. The wire-to-wire connectors, with an IP6K7/IP6K9K rating to protect against water and dust, provide vital environmental protection for industries operating in harsh environments. Key features […]
High voltage connector system compact design for EVs
Automotive manufacturers are more frequently looking for smart and high-performing components able to meet the specific high-voltage requirements found in next generation hybrid and electric vehicles. To meet this need, TE Connectivity has developed the HC-STAK 25 High Voltage (HV) Interconnection System, a compact, robust and reliable high-performance connector solution to efficiently carry power from […]
High-current connectors increase power supply assembly efficiency and service life
TE Connectivity is launching the Dynamic D8000 portfolio of connectors for high-current applications. They are the latest addition to TE’s Dynamic Series, a broad product family that provides solutions ranging from signal level circuitry to power circuit connectivity, in a ruggedized, industrialized package. “The positive audible locking and keyed housing on all Dynamic Series connectors […]
Pressure transducer for harsh environments helps cut machine downtime
There is an increased demand among design engineers in the industrial and commercial transportation (ICT) and industrial space for reliable sensors and components that improve operational efficiency in hydraulic machinery and compressed gas applications. To serve this need, TE Connectivity (TE) has developed the M9100 pressure transducer. Based on TE’s proven Microfused strain gauge technology, […]
wide-bandwidth triaxial accelerometers monitor critical health of machinery
Driven by an increase in factory automation and the Internet of Things, demand for sensors to monitor the critical health of machinery is rising. Downtime for these automated machines can be costly, making machine condition monitoring and predictive maintenance with sensors crucial to improving efficiency and equipment utilization. To address this need, TE Connectivity (TE) […]
Board-to-board stacking COM connectors for applications to 16 GT/s speeds
TE Connectivity introduces a new generation of free height computer-on-module (COM) connectors in 0.5 mm centerline to address vertical, parallel board-to-board connections that require high-speed data transmission and different stacking heights. These new connectors are compliant with the COM Express Type 7 specification and can be compatible with the PCIe Gen 4 protocol. They are […]
TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors now available
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity’s AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors are now available to customers. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, the high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range […]
MIL-SPEC-qualified protective covers for 38999 series IV connectors
TE Connectivity is introducing its Deutsch 38999 series IV metal protective connector covers. TE is one of the first MIL-SPEC-qualified suppliers to offer these protective covers, which gives aerospace and defense customers an alternative to more expensive commercial versions. TE’s metal protective connector covers are designed to help protect connectors in their unmated condition from […]
TE Connectivity helps improve temperature sensor accuracy with custom packaging for platinum thin film elements
Temperature sensors are one of the most widely applied measurement technologies. As technology advances and industrial processes become more complex, devices continue to require a higher level of accuracy in temperature sensing across multiple industries. TE Connectivity (TE) has been able to provide critical temperature sensing solutions for a variety of applications. In an effort […]
Making the connection on BattleBots
TE Connectivity (TE), a leader in connectivity and sensors, lent its engineering expertise to upgrade a robot design for the upcoming season of the Discovery Channel show, BattleBots®. The show pits next-generation robots designed and engineered from all corners of the globe against one another in a three-minute bout where the goal is to destroy…
Reed switches designed for industrial liquid-level monitoring
Liquid Level Switches use reed-switch technology, delivering an extended product life of 10M+ cycles, high electrical load capacity, low contact resistance and UL approvals. In addition, TE’s Liquid Level Switches are offered in a wide range of standard and custom options providing exceptional price-to-performance. Liquid level switches can be found in applications such as HVAC,…
Card edge power connector portfolio for high current power connection
TE Connectivity (TE) is shaping its card edge power connector portfolio into a comprehensive one with the introduction of single-beam, high-density (HD) heightened, HD plus (HD+) 5- and 8- beam card edge power connectors. The whole portfolio can offer solutions for high-current connections while supporting a slow signal connection. Products within this portfolio are mainly […]
High-temperature connectors for vehicle and industrial connectivity
As an extension of the well-proven and widely known AmpSeal 16 series, TE Connectivity has introduced AmpSeal 16 high temperature connectors. These new connectors offer greater temperature range and increased design options. Compared to 125°C for the standard AmpSeal 16 connectors, these high temperature connectors allow for a 20% increased temperature range of up to […]
Hybrid NTSeal 20 position connector for harsh environments
To address the need for flexible and robust wire-to-wire connectivity in a compact format, TE Connectivity has designed NTSEAL 20 position connector. This new 20-position, high-density wire-to-wire connector utilizes the proven TE/Deutsch Size 16 and 20 Common Contact System for inline applications. The rugged, sealed connector system is IP67, IP68, and IP6K9K-rated for use in […]
Pre-insulated terminals/splices designed for inexpensive, insulated electrical terminations
PLASTI-GRIP terminals and splices are pre-insulated RBY terminals and splices designed specifically to answer the need for inexpensive, insulated electrical terminations. The quality, ease of installation and inherent simplicity make them candidates for almost all commercial applications. PLASTI-GRIP is available in ring, spade, flanged, spaded, and slotted tongue terminals, as well as parallel and butt…
Pre-insulated diamond-grip terminals/splices designed to withstand high vibration and wire movement
Pre-Insulated Diamond Grip (PIDG) terminals and splices are designed for uniform reliability in the most difficult circuit environments, especially where high vibration and wire movement are factors. PIDG terminals and splices can be bent in any direction without fraying the wire insulation or breaking the conductor, ensuring high reliability. PIDG is available in ring, flag,…
Terminals, splices engineered for solid, stranded, or irregular-shaped conductors
SOLISTRAND terminals and splices are specifically engineered to ensure reliable and long lasting performance in the most punishing environments. SOLISTRAND is corrosion resistant, vibration resistant, and features a tensile strength well within the limits of commercial and military specifications. SOLISTRAND is available in ring, flag, spade, hook, and flanged tongue terminals, as well as parallel…